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AM-6060 Computer Owner's Manual, Rev. 00

PREPARING THE SITE

For your computer to do its best job for you, you must place it in a clean environment it is comfortable

in. Extreme temperature or humidity can cause computer failure. But, it is not very demanding—its

environmental needs are similar to your own.

Physical Requirements

The first step is to make sure the place you want to put your computer is large enough and sturdy enough

for it. Also, leave enough room for any terminals, workstations, or printers you want to use.

Make sure the AC power cord will reach from the back panel to an electrical outlet, and that there are

enough electrical outlets for all terminals, workstations, and printers. Make sure the computer can easily

be attached to your Ethernet network. You should also make sure you have enough cabling to reach from

the back panel of your computer to the boot terminal and any modems. See the following section on

"Power and Cable Connections" for more tips and suggestions.

Environmental Requirements

It is important to remember that the cleaner the environment, the more efficiently the computer performs.

Treat your computer with respect. For example, do not place coffee cups or soda cans on top of the main

enclosure where they can spill. If spilled liquid happens to reach the circuit boards inside the computer, it

could cause computer failure.

In general, you should install your computer in an area where people do not eat, drink, or smoke, since

all of these activities can cause contamination problems. Try not to place the computer in a high traffic

area. This typically creates more dirt and dust which can clog the air intakes of the computer chassis, or a

fan inside the chassis. This will cause cooling problems because of the dirt accumulation. A side effect of

a high traffic area is static electrical discharge which can cause system resets. This can be avoided by

installing the computer in a better environment. For information on cleaning your computer and taking

care of its components, refer to Chapter 6, "Preventive Maintenance."

When you select a location for your computer, remember that it operates within certain temperature and

humidity ranges. Air circulation around the system is something that should be considered. Do not put a

computer in a closed closet where there is no cooling. See the separate specification sheet for detailed

requirements.

It is very important for the health of your computer that you do not obstruct its cooling system. The

computer takes air in from the front and bottom and exhausts air at the rear. Allow

at least

six inches

behind the unit for ventilation. The mounting feet give it adequate ventilation space below. Do not place

the computer on a carpet which can block the air intakes on the bottom of the system.

Environmental Specifications

•

Computer external operating temperature:

60 to 90 degrees F (16 to 32.2 degrees C)

•

Humidity:

10% to 90% (non-condensing)

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